Mental health resources information for civilian employees

I am struggling with mental health concerns. What resources are available to help me?

You can get assistance from a medical doctor or a specialist such as a social worker or a psychologist.

As a civilian employee who is also a member of the Public Service of Canada, you can access two important resources:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 1-800-268-7708
  • The EAP offers confidential and voluntary counselling on a short-term basis in order to provide support for difficulties that affect your well-being. Examples of such difficulties include work-related issues and health concerns as well as family and marital problems.
• Public Service Health Care Plan
  • Under this Plan you can get the help of a Psychologist, up to a maximum eligible expense of $2,000 per calendar year.

Also review Resources for employees for mental health in the workplace and Mental Health & Wellbeing (available only on the Defence Team Intranet).